What is the primary effect of high concentrations of glucagon on gastric secretion?

Correct answer: It inhibits gastric acid secretion

Explanation

This question focuses on the specific inhibitory role of high levels of glucagon on the secretory function of the stomach.

Other questions

Question 1

Which cells are the main source of the hormone Ghrelin, which is known to stimulate appetite?

Question 2

Under what physiological condition do the blood levels of Ghrelin typically rise, suggesting its role in stimulating feeding?

Question 3

What type of nutrients entering the duodenum act as the primary stimulus for the release of Cholecystokinin (CCK)?

Question 4

CCK contributes to satiation and meal cessation by activating receptors on local sensory nerves in the duodenum, which then send messages to the brain via which specific nerve?

Question 5

What is the main function of Cholecystokinin (CCK) regarding the regulation of eating behavior during a meal?

Question 6

From which parts of the gastrointestinal tract is the hormone Peptide YY (PYY) primarily secreted?

Question 7

How long after a meal is ingested do the blood concentrations of Peptide YY (PYY) typically take to reach their peak levels?

Question 8

Meals with a high content of which specific macronutrient are observed to cause higher peak levels of Peptide YY (PYY)?

Question 9

The hormones GLP-1 and GIP are often referred to by what collective name because they enhance insulin release in response to plasma glucose?

Question 10

In addition to enhancing insulin release, what effect do the incretins GLP-1 and GIP have on glucagon secretion from the alpha cells of the pancreas?

Question 11

What is the purpose of the 'anticipatory' increase in blood insulin caused by gastrointestinal hormones like incretins after a meal?

Question 12

What effect does the hormone aldosterone have on the composition of secretions from salivary glands?

Question 13

In which specific part of the intestine does aldosterone most significantly enhance sodium absorption?

Question 14

According to the text, what is a potential consequence related to the alimentary tract in a state of aldosterone deficiency?

Question 15

High concentrations of the hormone glucagon can inhibit the secretion of which substance from the stomach?

Question 16

In addition to its effects on glucose metabolism, high concentrations of glucagon are mentioned to enhance which secretion related to the liver and gallbladder?

Question 17

What is the approximate amount of calcium that is estimated to enter the intestines each day through secreted gastrointestinal juices and sloughed mucosal cells?

Question 18

Which of the following gastrointestinal hormones is specifically identified as being released mainly from the duodenum?

Question 19

Which of the following is NOT a gastrointestinal function influenced by Cholecystokinin (CCK)?

Question 20

Salivation is mentioned as a mechanical process of feeding controlled by centers in what part of the nervous system?

Question 21

What is the relationship between food intake and the secretion of gastrointestinal hormones like PYY and CCK?

Question 22

Which hormone has an effect on salivary and intestinal epithelial cells that is similar to its effect on the renal tubules, leading to conservation of body salt?

Question 23

What is the primary function of the effect of incretins like GLP-1 and GIP on insulin secretion?

Question 24

Which two gastrointestinal hormones are specifically mentioned as having opposing effects on appetite?

Question 25

What is the effect on the rate of insulin secretion when excess amino acids are administered at the same time as blood glucose is elevated?

Question 26

According to the text, what happens to the intestinal absorption of phosphate?

Question 27

How does chronic administration of CCK affect body weight, according to the text?

Question 28

Besides the ileum and colon, where else is Peptide YY (PYY) secreted from?

Question 29

In the experimental context of PYY injections into mice, what was the duration of the observed decrease in food intake?

Question 30

The text states that glucagon-like peptide (GLP) and insulin both tend to have what effect on appetite?

Question 31

What is the primary role of aldosterone's effect on the salivary glands?

Question 32

Which of the following is listed as a gastrointestinal hormone that can cause a moderate increase in insulin secretion?

Question 33

Signals from the gastrointestinal tract that provide sensory information about stomach filling are received by which part of the brain to help regulate food intake?

Question 34

Which hormone is specifically mentioned as being part of a feedback mechanism for controlling food intake in the provided Figure 72-1, but is secreted by the pancreas, not the gut wall?

Question 35

The action of incretins like GLP-1 and GIP can almost double the rate of insulin secretion, but this potentiating effect is dependent on what other condition?

Question 36

What happens to Ghrelin levels in the blood just before a meal?

Question 37

Which gastrointestinal hormone that suppresses feeding is secreted from the entire GI tract but most notably from the ileum and colon?

Question 38

What is the primary stimulus for the intestinal secretion of glucagon-like peptide (GLP)?

Question 39

The hormone aldosterone can prevent the loss of sodium in the stools by enhancing its absorption in which part of the alimentary tract?

Question 40

In addition to suppressing appetite and enhancing insulin release, what is the third action of incretins GLP-1 and GIP on the islets of Langerhans?

Question 41

Which of the following gastrointestinal hormones is noted to have a short-lived effect and functions mainly to prevent overeating during a single meal?

Question 42

The release of which gastrointestinal hormone is stimulated by fasting and inhibited by food ingestion?

Question 44

The action of aldosterone on intestinal epithelial cells is crucial for preventing the loss of which substance in the feces?

Question 45

Which of the following is an accurate description of the effect of the incretins GLP-1 and GIP?

Question 46

What is the status of the scientific understanding regarding the importance of Peptide YY (PYY) in regulating appetite in humans?

Question 47

Besides the oxyntic cells of the stomach, where else is the hormone Ghrelin secreted, although to a much lesser degree?

Question 48

Which of these gastrointestinal hormones that suppresses feeding is released mainly from the duodenum?

Question 49

The failure of the intestines to properly absorb sodium chloride and water, as seen in aldosterone deficiency, can lead to what condition?

Question 50

High concentrations of glucagon are noted to have what two effects on alimentary tract secretions?